1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2004 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2004 Lancia Phedra is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Phedra (127 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 835 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Phedra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lancia Phedra (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 2004 Lancia Phedra | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 1500 | Phedra |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 127 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |